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John Van Druten

Date of Death: December 19, 1957 (56)

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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[West End, 1953]
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[Broadway, 1952]
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[Broadway, 1951]
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[Broadway, 1948]
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[Broadway, 1945]
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[Broadway, 1943]
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[Broadway, 1942]
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[Broadway, 1932]
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Source Material
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Awards and Nominations


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1952 - Best American Play

John van DrutenI Am a Camera

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CABARET to Launch NJT Launches 27th Season in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

NJT will open its 27th season with a bold and immersive production of the classic musical Cabaret in March. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
CABARET to be Presented at 5-Star Theatricals in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 18, 2025

5-STAR THEATRICALS will present the first production of its 2025 season, CABARET, book by Joe Masteroff, music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Adam Lambert Performs 'I Don't Care Much' From CABARET on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

During a visit to The View on Monday, Cabaret star Adam Lambert took the stage to perform his rendition of I Don't Care Much from the current revival. During his visit, the performer also shared why the show continues to remain timely. Watch his appearance here!
Video: Adam Lambert Performs 'I Don't Care Much' From CABARET on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

Adam Lambert recently appeared on The Tonight Show to perform 'I Don't Care Much' from Cabaret. In December, Lambert released his version of the song as a single, with an accompanying music video. Watch the video here!
Centre Stage Presents CABARET This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2025

Centre Stage will present the classic musical CABARET from March 13-30, 2025. Cabaret features a book by Joe Masteroff and is based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood.
CABARET, FROZEN & More Set for 5-Star Theatricals 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

STAR THEATRICALS has reveraled its 2025 season of shows!  All of 5-Star’s productions are locally produced, auditioned and rehearsed in Southern California. See the full lineup of shows and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Adam Lambert Celebrates His Birthday at CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

Last night, Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club and Pride Live/Stonewall National Monument Visitors Center celebrated GRAMMY Award nominee Adam Lambert’s birthday with a special curtain call. Check out a video here!
New Cast Joins Prologue Company of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB will welcome new members to the show's Prologue Company from 3 February 2025. Learn more about the new cast here!
Orville Peck & Eva Noblezada to Join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

Country music star Orville Peck and two-time Tony Award nominee and GRAMMY Award winner Eva Noblezada will star as ‘Emcee’ and ‘Sally Bowles’ in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: CABARET At Theatre Rhinoceros
by Steve Murray - Dec 30, 2024

What did our critic think of CABARET at Theatre Rhinoceros?
Review: BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE at Tower Groves Abbey
by Rob Levy - Dec 17, 2024

Playing on themes of love, power, and the supernatural, Bell, Book and Candle is an excellent season closer for Stray Dog Theatre. Funny, spooky and enchanting, the play is well-acted and impeccably paced. Its portrayal of relationship dynamics and each character’s need for credence make it an intriguing drama filled with comedic flourishes.
Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace Will Lead CABARET in London
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

The London production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is getting a new cast! Beginning next month, Emmy, Tony and Grammy award winner Billy Porter will play The Emcee and double Olivier award nominee Marisha Wallace will play Sally Bowles
Video: John Kander Joins CABARET Cast to Celebrate 58th Anniversary of Original Broadway Production
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

Last night, legendary Broadway composer John Kander and the cast of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre celebrated the 58th anniversary of the original Broadway production. Check out the video here!
Broadway Buying Guide: November 18, 2024- MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Arrives on Broadway
by Team BWW - Nov 18, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 18, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 11, 2024- Audra McDonald returns in GYPSY
by Team BWW - Nov 11, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 11, 2024.
CABARET Comes to Theatre Rhinoceros Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2024

Theatre Rhinoceros, in its third year of residence in San Francisco’s historically gay Castro neighborhood as the nation’s longest-running LGBTQ+ theatre, will produce Kander & Ebb’s timeless masterpiece Cabaret … in a retail building-turned-blackbox with a footprint smaller than the average two-bedroom apartment.
Broadway Buying Guide: October 21, 2024- SUNSET BLVD Storms Back to Broadway
by Team BWW - Oct 21, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 21, 2024.
Broadway Buying Guide: October 14, 2024- OUR TOWN, GYPSY, and More
by Team BWW - Oct 14, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 14, 2024.
CABARET Now Playing at Weathervane Theatre Through Mid October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024

Experience an immersive production of CABARET at Weathervane Theatre, offering a fresh take on the groundbreaking classic. Discover the bold new presentation that redefines this iconic musical.
Broadway Buying Guide: October 7, 2024- ELF Arrives for the Holiday Season
by Team BWW - Oct 7, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 7, 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has John Van Druten written?

John Van Druten has written 25 shows including Young Woodley (Playwright), Diversion (Playwright), After All (Playwright), There's Always Juliet (Playwright), The Distaff Side (Playwright), Flowers of the Forest (Playwright), Most of the Game (Playwright), Leave Her To Heaven (Playwright), Solitaire (Playwright), Gratefully Yours (Playwright), The Damask Cheek (Playwright), The Voice of the Turtle (Playwright), I Remember Mama (Playwright), The Mermaids Singing (Playwright), The Druid Circle (Playwright), Make Way for Lucia (Playwright), Bell, Book and Candle (Playwright), I Am a Camera (Playwright), I've Got Sixpence (Playwright), I Am A Camera (Playwright), Cabaret (Source Material), I Remember Mama (Source Material), The Voice of the Turtle (Playwright), Old Acquaintance (Playwright), London Wall (Playwright).

What awards has John Van Druten been nominated for?

John Van Druten has been nominated for the Best American Play award (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for his work on "I Am a Camera".

What awards has John Van Druten won?

John Van Druten has won the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for his work on "I Am a Camera".

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